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Whale watching trip from pier at Akureyri. 3 hour round trip and spotted 5 humpback whales. At least 3 different companies offer these trips, about £64 GBP per adult. Wrap up warm as wind chill in August still biting. Picture taken with Nikon D5100 and Tameron 300 mm zoom lens on manual focus, auto flash off setting, shot in RAW.
Whale watching trip from pier at Akureyri. 3 hour round trip and spotted 5 humpback whales. At least 3 different companies offer these trips, about £64 GBP per adult. Wrap up warm as wind chill in August still biting. Picture taken with Nikon D5100 and Tameron 300 mm zoom lens on manual focus, auto flash off setting, shot in RAW.
Charming little town. Their stoplights are red hearts.
These two men were photographers at a local festival. They used a camera from the 1850s that had been renovated. The photos were on plates and took hours to develop, they men used dangerous chemicals like cyanide in the process. When the photos came out no one could believe how clear they were. It was hard to tear my eye away from the plates. They were real, simple and serene.
Went to a viking festival right outside of Akureyri, Iceland. It was on of the best photo ops during the trip. I have no idea where I was exactly but I was surrounded by beautiful mountains.
Akureyri Cottages

Akureyri Cottages

2.5 out of 5
Stórholt 1 Akureyri
Stay at this holiday park in Akureyri. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Glerártorg and Hof - Cultural Center and Conference Hall ...
9/10 Wonderful! (52 reviews)
Smooth and easy check in. Friendly staff.

Reviewed on 12 Jun 2025

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Hotel Akureyri

Hotel Akureyri

3 out of 5
Hafnarstræti 67 Akureyri
The price is ₹13,120 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
₹13,120
₹15,373 total
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Akureyri. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Popular attractions Matthiasarhus and Centre for Visual Arts are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (318 reviews)
Wonderful 3 night stay. The hotel was modern with an excellent bar and breakfast room/restaurant. Staff were polite and helpful. Ideal location. Close to harbour for boat trips and 40 minute walk along the fjord to the airport.

Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026

Hotel Akureyri
Centrum Hotel

Centrum Hotel

3 out of 5
Hafnarstræti 102 Akureyri Northeast Region
Stay at this hotel in Akureyri. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Centre for Visual Arts and Hof - Cultural Center ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (515 reviews)
Excellent and clean room and very friendly staff!

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

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K16 apartments

K16 apartments

3.5 out of 5
Kaupvangstræti 16 Akureyri
Stay at this apartment in Akureyri. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Centre for Visual Arts and Matthiasarhus are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (592 reviews)
Amazing apartment just close to everything :) Is my second time staying here, is clean, comfortable, kitchen has all the equipment needed :) There is free parking outside. The host was so lovely and very responsive when i needed something. Definitely the best place to stay in Akureyri. I will come ...

Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026

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Sæluhus Hotel Apartments & Houses

Sæluhus Hotel Apartments & Houses

3.5 out of 5
Búðartröð 2 Akureyri
Stay at this apartment in Akureyri. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 15 hot tubs. Popular attractions Laxdal House and Akureyri Botanical Garden are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (222 reviews)
Spotless modern comfortable accommodation. Warm and well appointed- spa fab - plenty of hot water. Great views and very helpful staff with excellent communication.

Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026

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Viking Cottages and Apartments

Viking Cottages and Apartments

3.5 out of 5
Kotabyggd 15-16 Akureyri
Stay at this apartment in Akureyri. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and private hot tubs. Popular attractions Forest Lagoon and Laxdal House are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (84 reviews)
This is an incredible place to stay. It was problem the best lodge we've ever been to. It has stunning views across the fjord which can be enjoyed from the hot tub. It's really well equipped and was always a great place to come back to at the end of the day. Thank you!

Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026

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Popular places to visit

Aurora over the winter forest

Forest Lagoon

You can take time to visit Forest Lagoon during your travels to Akureyri. Discover the area's northern lights views and shops.

Forest Lagoon
Akureyri Church showing a church or cathedral

Akureyri Church

4.5/5(12 reviews)

Marvel at the stained-glass panel and the huge pipe organ that are among the treasures of this modern church that towers over the city.

Akureyri Church
Akureyri showing modern architecture and street scenes

Hof - Cultural Center and Conference Hall

4/5(6 reviews)

Whether you are attending a conference or want to be entertained by music, theater or art, this waterfront building has it covered.

Hof - Cultural Center and Conference Hall
The Botanic Gardens at Akureyri, Iceland

Akureyri Botanical Garden

4.5/5(7 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Akureyri Botanical Garden, a lovely green space in Akureyri. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Akureyri Botanical Garden
Akureyri, with Hlidarfjall behind, viewed from the eastern shore of Eyjafjordurat dusk in winter, northern Iceland.

Hlidarfjall

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Hlidarfjall during your travels in Akureyri. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Hlidarfjall

Hlidarfjall Akureyri

Enjoy an outing to Hlidarfjall Akureyri during your stay in Akureyri. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Hlidarfjall Akureyri

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Akureyri showing a coastal town

Akureyri